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CV53 UFK

2003 BMW 530

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

157,933 mi
Last recorded157,933 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 BMW 530102,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 UFK
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 157,933 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing lightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 154,408 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 154,408 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray loose

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 151,831 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 146,209 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 145,943 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear link ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 136,790 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 116,227 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 115,659 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear parking brake showing low effort

Pass 19 Sep 2016 96,235 miles

Nearside Front tyre has had puncture repair

Nearside Rear parking brake performance slighty low may require service or repair

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 24 Sep 2015 95,630 miles

Front undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Sep 2014 93,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre been repaired

Pass 10 Sep 2013 82,251 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2012 78,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 67,357 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake disks corroded on in side working faces

Pass 23 Sep 2010 60,490 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 59,203 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 56,426 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 51,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 36,840 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 36,840 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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CV53 UFK is a 2003 BMW 530 in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV53 UFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV53 UFK registered?

CV53 UFK is a 2003 BMW 530, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is CV53 UFK safe to buy?

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